Adding Fractions with Different Denominators

The video tutorial explains how to add and subtract fractions with different denominators. It covers finding the least common multiple to achieve common denominators, ensuring the numerators are adjusted accordingly. The tutorial provides step-by-step examples for both addition and subtraction, emphasizing the importance of maintaining the same denominator for accurate results. The video concludes with a brief mention of additional resources for further practice.

What is the least common multiple (LCM) of 6 and 3?

• 18

• 9

• 12

• 6

What operation is performed to both the numerator and the denominator when adjusting fractions?

• Subtraction

• Division

• Multiplication

• Addition

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After finding the LCM, what is the common denominator for the fractions 1/6 and 1/3?

• 9

• 6

• 3

• 12

What is the result of adding 1/6 and 1/3?

• 1/9

• 5/6

• 2/3

• 1/2

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What is the least common multiple (LCM) of 2 and 3?

• 2

• 3

• 5

• 6

What must be done to the fractions 1/2 and 1/3 to subtract them?

• None of the above

• Add the numerators

• Divide the denominators

• Find the LCM

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What is the common denominator after adjusting 1/2 and 1/3 for subtraction?

• 3

• 6

• 2

• 12

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How do you adjust the fraction 1/2 to have a denominator of 6?

• Divide by 2

• None of the above

• Multiply by 2

• Multiply by 3

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After adjusting for a common denominator, what is the new numerator of the fraction 1/3?

• 1

• 2

• 3

• 6

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What is the result of subtracting 1/2 and 1/3?

• 1/6

• 1/2

• 2/3

• 1/3

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